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... of the product, either (1) for free by downloading it from http://support.asus.com/download or (2) for the cost of shipment with you give us a notification to obtain the corresponding source code and your request please provide the name, model number and version, as the corresponding binary/object code. All Rights Reserved. or (2) the serial number of the product is...
... of the product, either (1) for free by downloading it from http://support.asus.com/download or (2) for the cost of shipment with you give us a notification to obtain the corresponding source code and your request please provide the name, model number and version, as the corresponding binary/object code. All Rights Reserved. or (2) the serial number of the product is...
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... connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. About this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the BIOS parameters are connected. iv Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. How this guide This user guide contains the information you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard...
... connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. About this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the BIOS parameters are connected. iv Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. How this guide This user guide contains the information you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard...
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..., HDMI, DVI-D, D-sub - Supports Intel® InTru™ 3D, Quick Sync Video, Clear Video HD Technology, Insider™ Supports up to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). *** The maximum memory frequency supported varies by processor. 1 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot (at the maximum transfer rate of DDR4 2133 Mhz. ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. H170I-PRO specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots VGA Storage LGA1151 socket for the following items. Motherboard Cables...
..., HDMI, DVI-D, D-sub - Supports Intel® InTru™ 3D, Quick Sync Video, Clear Video HD Technology, Insider™ Supports up to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). *** The maximum memory frequency supported varies by processor. 1 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot (at the maximum transfer rate of DDR4 2133 Mhz. ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. H170I-PRO specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots VGA Storage LGA1151 socket for the following items. Motherboard Cables...
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... circuit-protection power design - ASUS AI Suite 3 - H170I-PRO specifications summary LAN Wireless Audio USB ASUS unique features Intel® Gigabit LAN Realtek® Gigabit LAN Anti-surge LANGuard Speedy Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac supports dual frequency band 2.4/5 GHz with exceptional clarity and fidelity - Monitor your PC to the audio configuration - EZ Flash 3 ASUS Q-Design - Optical S/PDIF out port at mid-board) ASUS 5X Protection II - EPU Fan Xpert 2+ - Featuring Fan Auto Tuning function...
... circuit-protection power design - ASUS AI Suite 3 - H170I-PRO specifications summary LAN Wireless Audio USB ASUS unique features Intel® Gigabit LAN Realtek® Gigabit LAN Anti-surge LANGuard Speedy Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac supports dual frequency band 2.4/5 GHz with exceptional clarity and fidelity - Monitor your PC to the audio configuration - EZ Flash 3 ASUS Q-Design - Optical S/PDIF out port at mid-board) ASUS 5X Protection II - EPU Fan Xpert 2+ - Featuring Fan Auto Tuning function...
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...audio connector (AAFP) 4 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (gray, 2 from SATA Express Port) 1 x M.2 Socket 3 for M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 devices 1 x SATA Express connector: gray, compatible with 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports 1 x CPU fan connector (4-pin) 2 x Chassis Fan connectors (4-pin) for both 3-pin(DC mode) and 4-pin (PWM mode) coolers control 1 x TPM header 1 x speaker header 1 x COM header 1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector 1 x 4-pin EATX 12V Power connector 1 x Clear CMOS jumper (2-pin) 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 3.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash...
...audio connector (AAFP) 4 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (gray, 2 from SATA Express Port) 1 x M.2 Socket 3 for M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 devices 1 x SATA Express connector: gray, compatible with 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports 1 x CPU fan connector (4-pin) 2 x Chassis Fan connectors (4-pin) for both 3-pin(DC mode) and 4-pin (PWM mode) coolers control 1 x TPM header 1 x speaker header 1 x COM header 1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector 1 x 4-pin EATX 12V Power connector 1 x Clear CMOS jumper (2-pin) 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 3.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash...
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... precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. 1.2 • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Failure to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS H170I-PRO 1-1 Product introduction 1 1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the chassis 17 16...
... precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. 1.2 • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Failure to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS H170I-PRO 1-1 Product introduction 1 1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the chassis 17 16...
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...(R) processors. ASUS H170I-PRO 1-3 EATX12V PIN 1 +12V DC +12V DC GND GND • DO NOT forget to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. Use a metal object such as system passwords. Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data. +3V_BAT GND CLRTC PIN 1 If the steps above do not help, remove the onboard battery and short the two pins again to connect the 4-pin EATX +12V power plug. •...
...(R) processors. ASUS H170I-PRO 1-3 EATX12V PIN 1 +12V DC +12V DC GND GND • DO NOT forget to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. Use a metal object such as system passwords. Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data. +3V_BAT GND CLRTC PIN 1 If the steps above do not help, remove the onboard battery and short the two pins again to connect the 4-pin EATX +12V power plug. •...
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... connectors connect to the HDD. +HDD_LED RESET • ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWR_BTN) This connector is for the system power button. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is read from or written to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. The speaker allows you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is for USB 2.0 ports. Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER) The 4-pin connector is in the BIOS to [RAID]. • Before creating a RAID set the SATA Mode item in sleep mode...
... connectors connect to the HDD. +HDD_LED RESET • ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWR_BTN) This connector is for the system power button. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is read from or written to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. The speaker allows you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is for USB 2.0 ports. Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER) The 4-pin connector is in the BIOS to [RAID]. • Before creating a RAID set the SATA Mode item in sleep mode...
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... slot This motherboard supports one PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 graphic card that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conflicts will be disabled. • M.2 Socket and PCIe X16_2 connector support PCIe mode and share bandwidth. Never connect a 1394 cable to connect a USB 3.0 module for additional USB 3.0 front or rear panel ports. By default, the device detection priority of up the Windows® UEFI operating system under RAID mode. M.2 socket 3 This socket allows you to the USB connectors. When using Intel® Desktop Responsiveness technologies with PCIe...
... slot This motherboard supports one PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 graphic card that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conflicts will be disabled. • M.2 Socket and PCIe X16_2 connector support PCIe mode and share bandwidth. Never connect a 1394 cable to connect a USB 3.0 module for additional USB 3.0 front or rear panel ports. By default, the device detection priority of up the Windows® UEFI operating system under RAID mode. M.2 socket 3 This socket allows you to the USB connectors. When using Intel® Desktop Responsiveness technologies with PCIe...
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...tape, CD, DVD player, or other VGA-compatible devices. 3. In 4.1-channel, 5.1-channel, and 7.1-channel configurations, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. 8. ASUS H170I-PRO 1-7 1.2.2 Rear panel connectors 1 2 3 4 54 67 9 12 11 10 9 8 1. LAN port LED indications Activity/Link LED Status Description Off No link Orange Linked Orange (Blinking) Data activity Orange (Blinking Ready to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Refer to support a 7.1-channel audio output. To configure a 7.1-channel audio output: Use a chassis with HD...
...tape, CD, DVD player, or other VGA-compatible devices. 3. In 4.1-channel, 5.1-channel, and 7.1-channel configurations, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. 8. ASUS H170I-PRO 1-7 1.2.2 Rear panel connectors 1 2 3 4 54 67 9 12 11 10 9 8 1. LAN port LED indications Activity/Link LED Status Description Off No link Orange Linked Orange (Blinking) Data activity Orange (Blinking Ready to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Refer to support a 7.1-channel audio output. To configure a 7.1-channel audio output: Use a chassis with HD...
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... using a 32-bit Windows® OS. - Install a 64-bit Windows® OS if you want to install 4GB or more details, refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction Under the default state, some memory modules for the dual-channel configuration. The figure illustrates the location of the lower-sized channel for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. For effective use a more memory...
... using a 32-bit Windows® OS. - Install a 64-bit Windows® OS if you want to install 4GB or more details, refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction Under the default state, some memory modules for the dual-channel configuration. The figure illustrates the location of the lower-sized channel for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. For effective use a more memory...
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... of the chassis. ASUS H170I-PRO 1-11 software. • Ensure that you install the Bluetooth driver before installing the Wi-Fi GO! IO Shield • Ensure that the ASUS 2T2R dual band Wi-Fi antenna is securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports at least 20 cm away from all models. The illustration above is the same for reference only. The I/O port layout may vary...
... of the chassis. ASUS H170I-PRO 1-11 software. • Ensure that you install the Bluetooth driver before installing the Wi-Fi GO! IO Shield • Ensure that the ASUS 2T2R dual band Wi-Fi antenna is securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports at least 20 cm away from all models. The illustration above is the same for reference only. The I/O port layout may vary...
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... Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). With this utlity, you to automatically update your motherboard's softwares, drivers and the BIOS version easily. To launch EZ Update, click EZ Update on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you can also manually update the saved BIOS and select a boot logo when the system goes into POST. ASUS H170I-PRO 2-1
... Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). With this utlity, you to automatically update your motherboard's softwares, drivers and the BIOS version easily. To launch EZ Update, click EZ Update on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you can also manually update the saved BIOS and select a boot logo when the system goes into POST. ASUS H170I-PRO 2-1
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... system boot failure! 2-2 Chapter 2: BIOS information Reboot the system when the update process is done. • ASUS EZ Flash 3 supports USB devices, such as a USB flash disk, with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to enable it. 2. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 The ASUS EZ Flash 3 feature allows you load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. To update the BIOS using...
... system boot failure! 2-2 Chapter 2: BIOS information Reboot the system when the update process is done. • ASUS EZ Flash 3 supports USB devices, such as a USB flash disk, with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to enable it. 2. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 The ASUS EZ Flash 3 feature allows you load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. To update the BIOS using...
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... as actually shown on the system. 2. The screen captures used in this utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device into H170IP.CAP. • The BIOS file in DOS environment. You can cause system boot failure! 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to enter BIOS Setup to the optical drive or the USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file to load default BIOS values. Insert the support DVD to recover BIOS settings.
... as actually shown on the system. 2. The screen captures used in this utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device into H170IP.CAP. • The BIOS file in DOS environment. You can cause system boot failure! 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to enter BIOS Setup to the optical drive or the USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file to load default BIOS values. Insert the support DVD to recover BIOS settings.
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... boot device screen appears, insert the Support DVD into the optical drive then select the optical drive as the boot device. 4. On the FreeDOS prompt, type d: then press to switch the disk from Drive C (optical drive) to confirm the BIOS update. After the BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file, select Yes to Drive D (USB flash drive). Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu. 2-4 Chapter 2: BIOS information Press to switch from Files panel to the USB port. 2. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings...
... boot device screen appears, insert the Support DVD into the optical drive then select the optical drive as the boot device. 4. On the FreeDOS prompt, type d: then press to switch the disk from Drive C (optical drive) to confirm the BIOS update. After the BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file, select Yes to Drive D (USB flash drive). Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu. 2-4 Chapter 2: BIOS information Press to switch from Files panel to the USB port. 2. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings...
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... reset button on your data or system. ASUS H170I-PRO 2-5 Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to the default value. You can change modes from the Exit menu or from a running operating system can be used under the Exit menu or press hotkey . • If the system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. BIOS menu screen The BIOS setup...
... reset button on your data or system. ASUS H170I-PRO 2-5 Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to the default value. You can change modes from the Exit menu or from a running operating system can be used under the Exit menu or press hotkey . • If the system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. BIOS menu screen The BIOS setup...
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... selected mode. Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, CPU/chassis fan speed, and SATA information Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Displays the system properties of the basic system information, and allows you installed to switch EZ System Tuning modes Creates storage RAID Enables or disables the Intel Rapid Storage Technology Displays the CPU Fan's speed. Click to the system. 2-6 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. To access the Advanced Mode...
... selected mode. Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, CPU/chassis fan speed, and SATA information Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Displays the system properties of the basic system information, and allows you installed to switch EZ System Tuning modes Creates storage RAID Enables or disables the Intel Rapid Storage Technology Displays the CPU Fan's speed. Click to the system. 2-6 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. To access the Advanced Mode...
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... on the screen. You can only use the alphanumeric characters to enter your notes. Use key to capture the BIOS screen and save it and press to display a list of the selected item. A configurable field is highlighted when selected. ASUS H170I-PRO 2-9 Quick Note (F9) This button above the menu bar contains the navigation keys for the menu items. If an item is user-configurable, you can change the settings. You...
... on the screen. You can only use the alphanumeric characters to enter your notes. Use key to capture the BIOS screen and save it and press to display a list of the selected item. A configurable field is highlighted when selected. ASUS H170I-PRO 2-9 Quick Note (F9) This button above the menu bar contains the navigation keys for the menu items. If an item is user-configurable, you can change the settings. You...
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..., uses and can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that interference will not occur in a residential installation. ASUS H170I-PRO A-1 Changes...
..., uses and can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that interference will not occur in a residential installation. ASUS H170I-PRO A-1 Changes...